Famous (TV channel)

Famous
CountryAustralia
Programming
Language(s)English
Picture format1080i (HDTV 16:9)
Ownership
OwnerFoxtel Networks
Sister channelsFoxtel Networks channels
History
Launched1 September 2021[1]
ReplacedFoxtel Arts
Former namesFOX Docos (2021–2023)
Docos (2023–2024)
Availability
Streaming media
Foxtel GoChannel 129 & 283
Bingebinge.com.au

Famous (formerly Fox Docos and simply Docos) is an Australian subscription television channel which focuses on broadcasting various documentary films and docuseries. The channel launched on 1 September 2021,[1] replacing Foxtel Arts on both Foxtel and Binge, with former programming moving to the new channel.[2]

On 26 September 2023, the channel rebranded as "Docos".[3]

On 1 August 2024, the channel rebranded as "Famous".[4]

Programming

The channel consists of both acquired and original programming, including sports documentaries and non-fiction content from HBO.[5] The first local program to be produced for the channel, Walking with Hope, premiered on 2 September 2021, one day after the channel's launch.[6]

Logo history

  • 1 September 2021 – 26 September 2023
    1 September 2021 – 26 September 2023
  • 26 September 2023 – 1 August 2024
    26 September 2023 – 1 August 2024
  • 1 August 2024 – present
    1 August 2024 – present

References

  1. ^ a b "Foxtel announces Fox Docos to launch September 1st". Mediaweek. 2 August 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  2. ^ Knox, David (5 August 2021). "Foxtel Arts channel to close". TV Tonight. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  3. ^ "Foxtel Magazine (October 2023) - Your monthly guide to a world of entertainment". Foxtel Magazine. 26 September 2023. p. 33. Archived from the original on 28 October 2023. Retrieved 26 September 2023.
  4. ^ "Content Changes 2024". Foxtel. Archived from the original on 3 August 2024. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  5. ^ Cartwright, Lexie (1 September 2021). "Foxtel set to launch brand new channel, Fox Docos, on September 1". TV & Radio. news.com.au. Sydney: News Corp Australia. Retrieved 3 September 2021. The channel, which launches today, September 1, was created by Foxtel* amid an increasing demand among Aussies for gripping true story viewing.
  6. ^ Cartwright, Lexie (2 September 2021). "Walking with Hope featuring Grace Tame is a must-watch documentary". TV & Radio. news.com.au. Sydney: News Corp Australia. Retrieved 4 August 2024.


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